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Bike Broad
Join the Lehigh Valley’s first car-free community ride! Bike Broad is a family-friendly, car-free, out-and-back bike ride from the Rose Garden to Downtown Bethlehem, culminating in a fun festival with food, vendors, and music.
Join this Car-Free Ride Across Bethlehem
It's a Ride not a Race
Go at your own pace – perfect for first timers or regular cyclists!
Car Free
Enjoy the freedom and safety of the route completely closed to cars!
Festival
Celebrate with food, music, and vendors at the post-ride festival!
Our Route
Broad Street will be closed to vehicular traffic so everyone can come out and ride and feel safe.
Start
Rose Garden
Ride
Halfway
Finish
Festival
Why We Ride
Bike Broad fosters community connections, supports active transportation, and promotes sustainability, making a positive impact on the environment and local economy while encouraging a vibrant, healthy lifestyle.
Active Transportation
Encourages healthier lifestyles and promotes alternative transportation.
Community
Sustainability
Supports eco-friendly practices and reduces carbon emissions.
Event Partner
Thanks to Our Sponsors
Register Today!
- Members (current year):
- Adult & Youth (12+): $5+ suggested donation
- 11 and under: Free with paying adult
- Non-Members (OR see below to become a member first and get member rates!):
- Adult & Youth (12+): $25
- 11 and under: Free with paying adult
- Ride Along Kids (4-6): Free with paying adult (with trailer, tandem, or tag-along)
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- Additional Donation – $25 and up
- Official Bike Broad 2026 T-shirt – $25
- Annual Membership
- Individual – $75
- Family – $150
- Biking car-free on Broad and Main Streets.
- Rider and mechanic support
- Helmet fittings
- Digital Event Guide
- Snacks at start and halfway point
- Finish line festival with food trucks, vendors, and music!
- Rain or Shine. No refunds.
- Helmets are required for all riders. No exceptions.
- All participants must start at the Rose Garden for safety and coordination.
- Bikes only. Only traditional bikes and Class 1 & 2 e-bikes permitted.
- No pets allowed.
- Riders must be age 7+.
- Please ensure your bike is in safe working condition. Pre-ride bike checks are strongly encouraged at your local bike shop or CAT Bicycle Cooperative.
- Ride safely. This is a social ride, not a race. Be mindful and respectful of others around you.
- Obey all instructions from police and volunteers.
- No headphones/earbuds while riding.
- Event photography notice (by participating, you may be photographed and used in online promotional posts)
- CAT reserves the right to remove any participant for unsafe behavior.
FAQs
What is the refund policy?
Bike Broad is rain or shine. No refunds allowed.
What should I bring with me on the day of the event?
Your bike and helmet (mandatory)! Also, bring your digital ticket/helmet sticker. Also, bring a refillable water bottle.
What if it rains?
Bike Broad will be held rain or shine. If there is a serious weather warning, volunteers will direct riders to a safe location along the route. Please check our website for the latest information leading up to the event.
Can I start anywhere along the route?
Can I ride something other than a bike?
What if I don't have a bike?
Where can I park?
For this event, Broad Street east of 8th Av will be closed as well as 8th Av between Union and Broad. If you can, ride your bike to the Rose Garden! If driving, we recommend you use Union Av and park off of there. Or go to 10th Avenue are head to Broad (West of the Rose Garden).